General Information
The Practical Nursing program is a self-paced program that can be completed in 12-24 months; the student must attend a minimum of 24 hours per week. Classroom hours are from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM -3 PM on Friday. The program consists of 50% theory and 50% clinical activities. Clinical rotations are the only portion of this course that is not flexible. The course is designed for the disciplined self-motivated student and prepares them to take the NCLEX exam for Licensed Practical Nursing.
The potential student must complete the admissions process, which include a reading and math test and capabilities assessment. The preference point system of admission also gives credit for life experiences as well as test scores. The advanced standing policy may assist the student in placing previous learning in place of parts of the program. WWTC Practical Nursing program is accredited by the ODCTE and Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
The program includes time in the classroom for theory instruction, laboratory practice of skills, and clinical practice where laboratory skills and theory knowledge is applied. Students rotate through area hospitals and nursing homes performing procedures and providing patient care. This requires additional commuting to the regional and metro area facilities. Field trips to metropolitan hospitals are also part of the students learning experiences.
Program Entrance Information
Candidates with felony convictions or who received deferred sentences for felony offenses cannot apply for licensure for five years after completion of all sentencing terms, including probation and suspended sentences, unless a presidential or gubernatorial pardon is received. Background checks and drug screens may be required by clinical facilities prior to allowing a student to participate in clinical activity.
Specifics...
- Have high school diploma or GED certificate
- Be 18 years old or older by completion of the program
- Complete the pre-entrance test on basic education (TABE) and score at or above established criteria
- Submit a formal application for the program and submit preference point documentation.
Course Outline
- Nursing Concepts I
- Medical Terminology
- Nutrition
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Nursing Skills I
- Pharmacology I
- Psychosocial Concepts
- Nursing Skills II
- Pharmacology II
- Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Nursing Skills III
- Nursing Concepts II
Prepare for a Career...
- Hospital Nursing
- Clinics
- Nursing Homes
- Physician's Office
- Home Health Care
- Industrial Nursing
- School Nursing
- Public Health Nursing
Student Organization
Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) is a service organization for students who are enrolled in health career programs. HOSA provides opportunities for students to enhance their personal and leadership qualities through individual and group projects and through skill competitions which are held on local, state and national levels.
Click here for more information on admissions and specific program information.
Andrea Kreis at: akreis@wwtech.org, Aundra Peters at: apeters@wwtech.org,
Crystal Bray at: cbray@wwtech.org, Christie Harris at: charris@wwtech.org,
or Linda Sanford at: lsanford@wwtech.org
